2012 Kia Venga vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Venga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Venga would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1187 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Venga | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Venga | X5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 2440 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 85 L |
